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Edgewood, IL
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Edgewood, IL
At a Glance
How Edgewood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Edgewood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Edgewood residents earn a median household income of $42,188 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,004. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 314 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Edgewood is $72,500 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $113,255. Median rent is $625/month, with 18.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Edgewood reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,521/100K.
Education
7.6% of adults in Edgewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 78.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.